Visit the Lakes
The Forest Side is ideally situated in the centre of the Lake District, making it an ideal base from which to explore everything this magnificent National Park has to offer.
Towns and Villages
The pretty village of Grasmere is just a short stroll away and is home to popular attractions such as Wordsworth's Dove Cottage, Grasmere Theatre and the now famous Sarah Nelson's Grasmere Gingerbread Shop.
Grasmere Lake is open 7 days per week, between March and early November, for the hire of canoes and rowing boats.
The popular Grasmere Sport Games, which includes fell-racing, hound trailing and Cumberland and Westmoreland wrestling, have been held annually here since 1852. This year the event will be held on 22nd August 2010
Further afield are the bustling towns of Ambleside and Windermere, which have something for everyone, including the Beatrix Potter Museum, traditional lake cruises, quaint tearooms, specialist outdoor shops and cosy inns.
Grasmere Theatre
The Grasmere Players, in their current formation have been in existence for 60 years. Refounded in 1949 after the Second World War, the 'Players' are dedicated to producing plays for local audiences and visitors.
Zeffirellis
Located just outside Ambleside, only 10 minutes away, Zeffirellis has something for everyone. Catch the latest movies, enjoy a live jazz performance or visit their pizzeria, the Lake District's most popular dining experience.
Theatre by the Lake
Theatre by the Lake is a year-round professional theatre in Keswick which provides a core programme of home-produced professional drama productions, including a six month summer season of six plays, a major Christmas production and at least one other production in the Spring of each year.
Wordsworth Museum and Dove Cottage
The Wordsworth Trust is a living memorial to the life and poetry of William Wordsworth and his contemporaries. It was founded in 1891 'for the eternal possession of those who love English poetry all over the world.' Though international in its connections and outreach, its focus is Dove Cottage and the hamlet of Town End, Grasmere, where the poet lived, wrote and found inspiration.
Muncaster Castle
The historic haunted castle, a still lived in family home, is the jewel in the crown of this majestic setting on the Western Lake District. Set in 77 acres of gardens, the World Owl Centre, a maze, childrens playground, cafe and gift shop are just a few of the delights to capture you day here.
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The Forest Side is the ideal venue for a function or conference.